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"<p> <strong>OVERVIEW</strong> </p> <p>The head of lower school is the senior administrative leader of grades K - 4 of Charlotte Preparatory School.  The head of lower school is responsible for all administrative and executive roles in the lower school, including overseeing the educational program; implementing all school policies, procedures, and practices; and maintaining a strong, inclusive, and positive school culture.  The head of lower school reports to the head of school and is a member of the senior administrative team. This is an exempt, full time, 12-month administrative position effective July 1, 2023.</p> <p>Charlotte Preparatory School is committed to sustaining a professional, inclusive, and collaborative environment where diversity in thought and culture is welcomed. The School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect such diversity. </p> <p> <strong>KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Model the core values of Charlotte Preparatory School and support its mission</li> <li>Create a well-rounded, comprehensive learning environment that respects and supports all aspects of the ideal development of the lower school student</li> <li>Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations and decision-making for the lower school</li> <li>In conjunction with the head of school, develop and implement school policies and procedures</li> <li>In conjunction with the head of school, develop and implement lower school programs in support of the strategic plan of the school</li> <li>Oversee and manage all substitute teacher needs</li> <li>Work with the faculty and director of curriculum to oversee all aspects of the lower school curriculum</li> <li>Serve as a positive, collaborative member of the administration team, including acting as an ambassador for the school with prospective parents, other schools, and other constituencies</li> <li>Serve on school committees as required</li> <li>Maintain a collegial relationship with and among all lower school faculty</li> <li>Plan regular team meetings and assist with planning of full faculty meetings</li> <li>Responsible for hiring, supervising, and evaluating lower school faculty and staff</li> <li> Work in close collaboration with the heads of early and middle school to <ul> <li>facilitate strong connections between divisions</li> <li>create a cohesive, rational curricular scope and sequence</li> <li>create smooth transitions for students moving between the sister divisions</li> </ul> </li> <li>Plan and oversee execution of parent education programs for lower school parents</li> <li>Work with the school counselor to manage the school’s counseling, character development, and leadership development programs of the lower school</li> <li>Create and maintain the lower school schedule for teachers/students</li> <li>Communicate proactively and positively with various constituent stakeholder groups, including the successful management of parents and their concerns</li> <li>Act as the primary manager of lower school student code of conduct and significant disciplinary actions</li> <li>In conjunction with the director of finance and operations, budget and manage school resources</li> <li>In conjunction with the learning specialist and school counselor, support at-risk students and develop plans of action for student improvement</li> <li>Some weekend and evening events/functions are required</li> <li>Other duties and responsibilities as required</li> </ul> <p /> <p> <strong>PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field required; master’s degree strongly preferred</li> <li>Successful experience as a lower school teacher</li> <li>Several years of school administrative experience, preferably in the independent school sector</li> <li>Significant experience working with lower school students</li> <li>An abiding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and facility working with diverse constituents</li> </ul> <p> <strong>PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Personal integrity and strong moral and ethical character</li> <li>Enthusiasm and the ability to motivate others</li> <li>Flexible, adaptable, persistent, and proactive</li> <li>High standards for self and others</li> <li>Strong and polished communication skills</li> <li>Completely dedicated to student success</li> <li>Approachable, accessible, and visible</li> <li>Good sense of humor and positive outlook</li> <li>Strong work ethic</li> <li>Appropriate levels of professional and personal humility</li> <li>Strong organization and planning skills</li> <li>Ability to be a highly functioning member of the senior leadership team</li> </ul> <p> <strong>TO APPLY</strong> </p> <p> Send a resume, the names and contact information of five professional references with at least three being current or past supervisors, a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in this position, and a writing sample to Christie Cole, Executive Assistant to the Head of  school, at <a href=\"/externalLink.cfm?link=ccole%40charlotteprep%2Eorg\">ccole@charlotteprep.org</a> </p> <p> <em>Charlotte Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally protected classification applicable to Charlotte Preparatory School in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid, athletic and other school-administered programs. Candidates from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.</em> </p> <p />"
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